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Updated: 04-Dec-2016

Cottages near Perranporth, Cornwall, England - An Excellent Base for Beaches and Other Cornish Attractions

Caerkief Cottages offer charming and characterful holiday accommodation in a tranquil setting. Restored from period farm buildings, retaining beamed ceilings in the living areas and original stone walls. They share use of large grounds and woodland, along with a recreation area with barbecue facilities. Set 500 metres down a quiet, unmade lane, yet within easy reach of Goonhavern village, there are delightful panoramic views over undulating countryside.

This is a perfect location for those seeking a peaceful holiday in the countryside, with miles of beautiful country walks, yet only 2.5 miles from Perranporth with its large surfing beach, amenities and golf course. The surfing beaches and golf course at Newquay is 7 miles away, Truro is 9 miles and the Eden Project, 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Outside: Large private balcony with patio furniture. Large lawned garden and parking area.

Shared facilities: Laundry room with washing machine and ironing facilities, 2-acre recreation area with a gazebo housing a gas barbecue and chiminea (fuel supplied), sitting out area and cycle store. A selection of outdoor games is available.

Both properties have free wireless internet access.

Welcome pack includes fresh bread from Perranporth bakery, butter, jam, milk, tea and coffee plus one or two other locally sourced goodies. Fresh eggs from the Caerkief chickens will be included if the ladies are on form!

No smoking. Couples and family bookings only.

Sleeps 4

1 Bedroom

1 Bathroom

Parking

Garden

Barbecue

Pets considered

Internet

Washing machine

Towels provided

Linens provided

Bookable online

Top Traveller Review

Beautiful and peaceful cottage

We spent a week in Hollies Cottage with our lurcher and had a wonderful time. Located up a tiny track, the cottages are in such a peaceful and rural location yet still handy for the main road to get out and about.

The large field is fantastic for the dog with a BBQ and chimera, all free to use with fuel provided. Hollies cottage has a wonderful balcony to enjoy the view and a glass of wine in the sun. Sadly the weather wasn't that great for us but the cottage was a fantastic base for us to go out walking, both from the cottage to get to the shop in Goonhavern (15 min walk the back-way) and by driving out to walk coastal paths especially around Perranporth, St. Agnes, Holywell Bay and Crantock.

Hollies Cottage is an upside down cottage so you walk up the steps outside to enter the living room on the second floor which is then open plan to the kitchen diner. There are stairs leading down to the bathroom and bedroom, which has been newly decorated. All spotlessly clean and equipped with everything we needed for our week. We love that it's dog friendly and brought our own blanket throws with us so that our lurcher could lounge on the sofa.

Gail and Simon were there to welcome us with Buddy the dog and were lovely and friendly. We didn't really see them much as we were out and about most of the time but they were very approachable. We loved the wildlife, hearing owls at night and watching the nesting swallows swooping into their nests on the cottage next door. This was our first time at Hollies and will definitely be returning as we love the area and are thrilled to find a nice cottage to make our base in the future.

About the Owner

We live in Caerkief Farmhouse which is in the same grounds as Hollies and Babes cottages. Simon is an IT consultant and Gail does most of the work of looking after the house and cottages. Lucy (our daughter) helps out. Occasionally. Charlie (the cat) and Buddy (the dog) don't help out at all. At least the chickens make themselves useful by providing the eggs for the welcome packs!

Guestbook comments from the owner

"From very first impressions on opening the door to the end of our stay, the cottage has more than met our expectations. Not sure if I would tell *too* many people though as it might mean you would get fully booked and not be able to accommodate us!"

10 Reviews

5

based on 10 holidaymaker reviews

Beautiful and peaceful cottage

We spent a week in Hollies Cottage with our lurcher and had a wonderful time. Located up a tiny track, the cottages are in such a peaceful and rural location yet still handy for the main road to get out and about.

The large field is fantastic for the dog with a BBQ and chimera, all free to use with fuel provided. Hollies cottage has a wonderful balcony to enjoy the view and a glass of wine in the sun. Sadly the weather wasn't that great for us but the cottage was a fantastic base for us to go out walking, both from the cottage to get to the shop in Goonhavern (15 min walk the back-way) and by driving out to walk coastal paths especially around Perranporth, St. Agnes, Holywell Bay and Crantock.

Hollies Cottage is an upside down cottage so you walk up the steps outside to enter the living room on the second floor which is then open plan to the kitchen diner. There are stairs leading down to the bathroom and bedroom, which has been newly decorated. All spotlessly clean and equipped with everything we needed for our week. We love that it's dog friendly and brought our own blanket throws with us so that our lurcher could lounge on the sofa.

Gail and Simon were there to welcome us with Buddy the dog and were lovely and friendly. We didn't really see them much as we were out and about most of the time but they were very approachable. We loved the wildlife, hearing owls at night and watching the nesting swallows swooping into their nests on the cottage next door. This was our first time at Hollies and will definitely be returning as we love the area and are thrilled to find a nice cottage to make our base in the future.

Late Spring Holiday at Caerkeif Cottage

This was our fifth time visiting, we have stayed in both cottages and received our usual welcome from Gail, Simon and Buddy. The accommodation as always was prepared ready for our arrival to a very high standard and is a perfect location for a relaxing break providing a real home from home where every need is catered for within the cottage. We enjoyed excellent weather which allowed us to walk our dogs through the lanes and fields surrounding the farm along with the usual vast sands of Perranporth beach. Gail and Simon ensure that you feel welcome and comfortable and are always on hand should you need any advice, help or even just a chat about dog's !!! The location of Caerkeif Cottages is close enough to allow you full use of the beach and experience the hustle and bustle of Perranporth but far enough out of town to be quiet and relaxing. It is very easy to travel to anywhere in Cornwall from the site but ensure you leave plenty of time to relax and enjoy the tranquility that is a way of life on Caerkeif Farm. We will definitely be visiting again and would give the accommodation, service and facilities on site five stars out of five.

Cosy, private, and off the beaten track

Truly home from home, the owners provide pretty much everything you need to settle straight in to this warm cosy cottage. Exactly as advertised, immaculate and well maintained. The cottage is set off the beaten track, with access to lovely local walks, and a field for exercising your dog, but still providing excellent access to hundreds of places to visit, pretty much all dog-friendly, even the restaurants! Nearby Perranporth town and beach are a must, very friendly locals. We had a fantastic week!

Owner's Response: This is the Google translation:
Lovely accommodation
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent quiet location, very nice holiday house , very nice landlord . What more do you want. In addition, centrally located in South West Cornwall , and thus the most beautiful destinations are errreichen (reached?) quickly .
Very recommenndable accommodation .
Thank you so much for the 5 star review!
We look forward to seeing you again in Cornwall.
Best regards,
Gail and Simon

Beautifull cottages perfect all round

These cottages are so welcoming fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. Gail and Simon are fabulous hosts and care so much about your stay making sure it's everything you expected. This is our second time at the cottages and tried both and equally happy with both cozy and warm with a huge field to the side to excercise dogs and relax with the barbie and the fire pit. We will be back in 2017 if not before

Review Submitted: Apr 25, 2016

Date of Stay: Apr 2016

Source: Owners Direct, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Many thanks again for taking the time to review both cottages now that you have stayed in both. We are very grateful.
We look forward to welcoming you again very soon.
Gail and Simon

Location

From the Owner

“We've been desperate to move to Cornwall for many years but had to wait for the right time and the right property. When the opportunity to buy Caerkief Farm came up we leapt at it. It's in a breathtaking location and marvellously peaceful yet only a few minutes drive to the nearest beach.”

Additional pricing information

Pet Fee

£25

Booking Notes:
20% deposit required to confirm the booking with the balance payable 8 weeks prior to arrival.
There is an additional charge of £25 per pet per week.
Please contact us for prices on any dates not listed.

Bedrooms

Outside

Balcony

Golf ...

Garden

Barbecue

Water Sports Gear ...

Meals

Self-catering

Notes:

Outside:
The cottages are just a few steps away from a beautiful 2 acre recreation field which contains a gazebo with large barbeque, chimnea and table & chairs.
Half the field is given over to meadow to encourage the local wildlife.
There is also a separate area with picnic table & seats.
We provide a selection of outdoor toys & games including kites, badminton, cricket, rounders, frisbees and swingball.

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